It Wouldn’t Be Mardi Gras without Slot Machines

Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino is about to end its reign as the sole slot machine operator in Broward County. After months of anticipation, slot machines are now available in Hallandale Beach at the Mardi Gras Racetrack and Gaming Center.

Class III slot machines, also known as Vegas type slot machines; have been legalized in the state of Florida, but in Broward County only. Miami-Dade County also voted on the slot machines but they chose not to legalize them – a decision they are now regretting. They are planning on bringing the slot machine legalization bill back to a vote next November, now that they have seen how well things are working out for Broward.

Since the slot machines were legalized in March 2005, many have anticipated the opening of the casinos. The Mardi Gras slot machines are part of a bigger picture than just the track and the casino. There will also be retail space, a hotel, restaurants, etc. to make it an entertainment complex.

They have installed almost 1,200 slot machines according to Dan Adkins of the casino. However, there will be no ATM machines in the casino as per state law. There will however, be a shuttle that will take slot machine players to the nearest ATM.

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